What we’re about
The OWASP LA (Los Angeles) chapter (https://owasp.org/www-chapter-los-angeles/) was formed in 2008. We hold meetings on the 4th Wednesday of every month, featuring great speakers on important appsec topics. Join us for food, drinks, to network and understand what application security is really about.
The Open Worldwide Application Security Project (OWASP) is a not-for-profit, organization focused on improving the security of all software. Our mission is to improve software security through Open Source initiatives, community education, and networking. Everyone is free to participate in OWASP and all of our materials are available under a free and open software license.
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Sponsors
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KodemHelping AppSec Teams Make Security a Priority
Endor LabsSecure open source software without the dev productivity tax
OWASP - LAsponsorship.la@owasp.org
Mend ioequips your dev and security teams with tools to build a mature AppSec
Contrast SecurityApplication Detection and Response for Modern Enterprises
CheckmaxSecuring the Applications Driving Our World
Cato NetworksOne platform to connect all edges, everywhere- KodemHelping AppSec Teams Make Security a Priority
- Endor LabsSecure open source software without the dev productivity tax
- OWASP - LAsponsorship.la@owasp.org
- Mend ioequips your dev and security teams with tools to build a mature AppSec
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- OWASP LA Monthly In-Person Meeting - Jul 23, 2025Accenture, Los Angeles, CA, CA
TOPIC: The Carrot vs. The Stick: Making a Positive Impact on the Security + Developer Relationship
Join us for great networking, dinner and drinks, and see a presentation by Eitam Arad, Sr. Solutions Engineer, ArnicaABSTRACT:
Security and development teams often work toward the same goal but rarely in sync. Misaligned incentives, late-stage scans, and noisy alerts lead to friction and slow remediation. This talk explores how shifting security earlier in the SDLC and aligning with developer workflows can improve outcomes across the board.
You'll learn how developer empowerment, real-time feedback, and actionable guidance reduce alert fatigue, shorten MTTR, and drive better collaboration between teams.Thanks to our SPONSOR: Arnica
Pipelineless AppSec. Developer-Native Workflows.
Surface the right risk to the right owner at the right time with pipelineless, developer-native workflows that foster collaboration, increase development velocity, and reduce overall risk.SPONSORSHIP Opportunities Available
Vendors interested in sponsoring please send an email to sponsorship.la@owasp.orgCODE OF CONDUCT
We hope you enjoy the event, we care deeply about inclusivity and diversity so that OWASP is a comfortable and welcoming community for everyone. Please reach out to one of our chapter leaders if you have any feedback/concerns or would like to speak to us, we take these matters very seriously. You can find out more about our policies here:
https://owasp.org/www-policy/operational/conferences-events.html#conference-and-event-anti-harassment-policy - Wallarm Los Angeles Security Summit 2025 & OWASP LATopGolf, El Segundo, CA
We are excited to be part of this unique intersection of API security, innovation, and community Los Angeles Security Summit 2025 host by Wallarm. Whether you're deep into API threat detection, exploring the OWASP Top 10 for APIs, or just getting started with cloud-native security, this event is built for hands-on minds.
The summit will showcase emerging threats in API and application security, deliver hands on demonstrations and expert led sessions, and feature insights from leading voices in security architecture. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage with a dynamic, security-focused community and conclude the day with networking, refreshments, and interactive play at Topgolf.
Agenda Highlights:
* Wallarm Security Overview
* API Security: Challenges & Solutions
* External Attack Surface Management
* Live Demo by Tim Ebbers (VP of Customer Engineering at Wallarm)
* Leadership Panel + Dev View on OWASP API Security Top 10🎟️Free for the local community (business email required for registration)
Request your seat at https://www.wallarm.com/los-angeles-api-security-summit-2025This free summit will bring together CISOs, AppSec, DevSecOps, and API practitioners to explore the future of securing modern applications and APIs. If you're in SoCal and serious about securing what matters most your APIs don't miss this one.
Pro tip: If you’re not yet part of the OWASP® Foundation this is the perfect time to plug into one of the most active open source application security communities in the world. Local chapters like OWASP Los Angeles are on the front lines of securing modern software through meetups, projects, and events like this summit. Learn more or become a member: OWASP Membership
- OWASP LA Monthly In-Person Meeting - Aug 27, 2025Accenture, Los Angeles, CA, CA
TOPIC: TBA
ABSTRACT: TBA
Thanks to our SPONSOR: Contrast Security
You can't stop what you can't see
Application Detection and Response for Modern Enterprises
Stop attacks in your applications and APIs from development to productionCODE OF CONDUCT
We hope you enjoy the event, we care deeply about inclusivity and diversity so that OWASP is a comfortable and welcoming community for everyone. Please reach out to one of our chapter leaders if you have any feedback/concerns or would like to speak to us, we take these matters very seriously. You can find out more about our policies here:
https://owasp.org/www-policy/operational/conferences-events.html#conference-and-event-anti-harassment-policy - OWASP LA Monthly In-Person Meeting - Sep 24, 2025Need Location, Los Angeles, CA
TOPIC: TBA
ABSTRACT: TBAThanks to our SPONSOR: Kodem Security
The AppSec chase is over.
Swap endless alerts with focused action. Simplify the remediation of your most exploitable issues through runtime security.SPONSORSHIP Opportunities Available
Vendors interested in sponsoring please send an email to sponsorship.la@owasp.orgCODE OF CONDUCT
We hope you enjoy the event, we care deeply about inclusivity and diversity so that OWASP is a comfortable and welcoming community for everyone. Please reach out to one of our chapter leaders if you have any feedback/concerns or would like to speak to us, we take these matters very seriously. You can find out more about our policies here:
https://owasp.org/www-policy/operational/conferences-events.html#conference-and-event-anti-harassment-policy
